Ref. #82A3B7 · 1677
Colonial Blue
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Colonial Blue Technical Profile
What color is Colonial Blue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #82A3B7. Colors similar to Colonial Blue include Sherwin-Williams Baby Blue Eyes, Valspar Summerhouse Blue, Vista Paint Thunder Bay. Colonial Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Colonial Blue depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Colonial Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Colonial Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Colonial Blue
#82A3B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Colonial Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Colonial Blue Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Colonial Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Colonial Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Colonial Blue have?
Colonial Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Colonial Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Baby Blue Eyes by Sherwin-Williams (#83A2B4), Summerhouse Blue by Valspar (#85A5B7), Thunder Bay by Vista Paint (#7BA0B7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Colonial Blue?
Colonial Blue has an LRV of 34.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Colonial Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.